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The Venerable Mahanayake Theras of the three Sects and members of the Maha Sangha yesterday requested the public to desist from violence and engage in day to day activities while maintaining peace and unity.The Mahanayake Theras issuing a special statement said it was unfortunate to see ethnic and religious tensions rising following the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks.

"This is not a time to fight but to sustain unity when the country is facing a terrorist threat. All Sri Lankans should work as one to nullify this threat and take the country forward"

A statement signed by Mahanayake of the Malwatte Chapter Most. Ven. Thibbotuwawe Sri Sumangala Thera, Mahanayake of Asgiriya Chapter Most Ven. Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Thera, Mahanayake of Ramanna Nikaya Most. Ven Napane Pemasiri Thera and Mahanayake of the Amarapura Maha Nikaya Most. Ven Kotugoda Dhammawasa Thera said.The Mahanayake Theras went on to say that since ancient times the Buddhists had co-existed not only with Muslims but all others following various religious faiths. “But some recent violent acts show these friendly ties have taken a blow following the Easter Sunday attacks. It is time to restore these ties for the wellbeing of the country and its people”.The Maha Sangha also noted that political representatives from both government and opposition were duty bound to work in a manner which ensures unity and harmony among ethnic and religious groups. The Maha Sangha said issues have arisen due to some politicians trying to seek political mileage using the current situation and urged to desist from such acts which could be detrimental to the country. It is imperative to give necessary support to the Security Forces and the Police to maintain law and order, the Mahanayake Theras said.The Mahanayake Theras further said it was important to establish a peaceful atmosphere in the country soon for the people to celebrate Vesak in unity.

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Ajahn Brahmali gives a talk on the importance of the Sangha or monastic community in Buddhism. Ajahn considers the Sangha’s purpose or role in Buddhism, as well as why they matter and the Buddha’s reasons for making the monastic order....

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Thank you so much for Will, Charlene, Sasha and all Sangha members to make all this happen! The summary of this Dharma talk is as follows:
Why are we here? What is our job in the life? Where do we go when we depart?
Zen means getting back to beginners mind and looking for the answers inside. Look at this as it is. Our way: 1. we don\'t depend on the scriptures, 2. directly pointing the human mind, 3. attain the enlightenment by experiencing our true nature 4. transmission from mind to mind.
What is suffering? The Buddha\'s Four Noble Truths. Human beings produce a lot of suffering but would not see the cause. Something is missing. Zen means attainment: if you attain your true nature, you can end your suffering, your mind and your experiences will be clear, you can give meaning for your life and attain true happiness.
Some of the questions:
What is freedom, how we gain and lose it?
Can we keep our freedom with zen practice?
Impermanence, interdependence, imperfection. What can I do with my judgement about myself, my practice and its result?
Five types of mistakes: making, checking, holding, wanting, attachment.
Do you feel still emotions, thinking, etc. after many years practicing?
About the different stages of karma, the four major groups of karma.
About the differences between wisdom and thinking.
How does intuition work?
How do I continue my daily life without checking my practice\'s result?
If I dissolve my karma, then what I am? Am I just the same that everyone else?
How can I find the balance between help others and separate myself from other\'s problem?
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2019 03 08 Sarasota, Ordinary Zen Sangha

published:18 Mar 2019

views:1298

Thank you so much for Will, Charlene, Sasha and all Sangha members to make all this happen! The summary of this Dharma talk is as follows:
Why are we here? What is our job in the life? Where do we go when we depart?
Zen means getting back to beginners mind and looking for the answers inside. Look at this as it is. Our way: 1. we don\'t depend on the scriptures, 2. directly pointing the human mind, 3. attain the enlightenment by experiencing our true nature 4. transmission from mind to mind.
What is suffering? The Buddha\'s Four Noble Truths. Human beings produce a lot of suffering but would not see the cause. Something is missing. Zen means attainment: if you attain your true nature, you can end your suffering, your mind and your experiences will be clear, you can give meaning for your life and attain true happiness.
Some of the questions:
What is freedom, how we gain and lose it?
Can we keep our freedom with zen practice?
Impermanence, interdependence, imperfection. What can I do with my judgement about myself, my practice and its result?
Five types of mistakes: making, checking, holding, wanting, attachment.
Do you feel still emotions, thinking, etc. after many years practicing?
About the different stages of karma, the four major groups of karma.
About the differences between wisdom and thinking.
How does intuition work?
How do I continue my daily life without checking my practice\'s result?
If I dissolve my karma, then what I am? Am I just the same that everyone else?
How can I find the balance between help others and separate myself from other\'s problem?
...

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Ajahn Brahmali gives a talk on the importance of the Sangha or monastic community in Buddhism. Ajahn considers the Sangha’s purpose or role in Buddhism, as well as why they matter and the Buddha’s reasons for making the monastic order.

Thank you so much for Will, Charlene, Sasha and all Sangha members to make all this happen! The summary of this Dharma talk is as follows:
Why are we here? What is our job in the life? Where do we go when we depart?
Zen means getting back to beginners mind and looking for the answers inside. Look